German Credit Controller - Glasgow / Western central belt

W&A is supporting a global organisation in their search for a German-speaking Credit Controller.

Based in Glasgow with hybrid working, this role offers the chance to manage a portfolio of client accounts, ensuring timely payments and driving a first-class customer experience. It’s an exciting opportunity to combine your finance expertise with your language skills in a truly international setting.

The Opportunity

As Credit Controller, you’ll take responsibility for a portfolio of client accounts, ensuring invoices are paid promptly and client relationships are managed with professionalism. The role demands strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, with the opportunity to contribute to continuous improvement across finance operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of client accounts, ensuring timely invoice payments
• Utilise strong stakeholder relationships to resolve queries and drive payment
• Meet monthly targets for debt recovery, cash collection, and DSO
• Collaborate with colleagues across Sales Ledger, Placement Support, and Billing to maintain accurate records
• Produce monthly customer statements and maintain data in SAP
• Escalate accounts to legal or debt partners where required
• Support ad hoc initiatives and process improvements

What You’ll Bring

• Fluent/native German language skills, written and spoken (essential)
• Extensive credit control or collections experience, ideally B2B
• Knowledge of O2C processes and credit risk principles
• Experience of managing a high-volume ledger and working with SAP
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word
• Detail-oriented, organised, and able to work independently

Package & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working from Glasgow (37.5 hours per week)
• Opportunity to work in a global business
• Professional development and progression opportunities

Why This Role?

• Play a pivotal role in supporting a global business during a period of growth
• Gain exposure to international markets and clients
• Join a collaborative and supportive finance team
• Contribute to process improvements and a “right first time” approach

To learn more or apply, please contact Laura Buchanan Owen at laura@wilkinsonandassociates.co.uk for a private and confidential discussion. Alternatively, submit your CV and we’ll be in touch.